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Bobbi Brown foundations explained

Been to the Bobbi brown counter but don’t know which foundation to choose!

Read on and I will make the decision a little easier…

STICK FOUNDATION

Light/full coverage

Natural finish

This was the first foundation Bobbi herself brought out in her makeup range. The formula has since been updated a few years ago.

This is an all rounder, apply naturally or later up for full coverage. Can be used as concealer too. Natural finish leaning to slightly dewy. 10 hour wear and great on the go. Everyone should have one in their handbag.

LONGWEAR LIQUID

Medium/buildable coverage

12 hour wear and Matte finish

Great if you need something all day or your makeup comes off easily. Good for normal to oily skin types and easy to blend on the skin.

LONGWEAR COMPACT

Full coverage, 12 hour wear with a matte finish

This is similar to the above but has kite coverage. It also has a more silky feel when applied onto the skin which you either like or dislike.

SKIN FOUNDATION

Light/medium coverage

Looks like actual skin, had a natural to slightly dewy finish and is about 8 hour wear.

This is good for all skin types and can me made more matte or dewy with the skincare which is us d underneath. Adding a pressed powder will make this more flawless. Great for pictures and translates well.

SERUM FOUNDATION

Medium/full coverage

Dewy but lightweight finish

Spf 40

This is a treatment foundation as it has Bobbi’s intensive skin supplement foundation within it. Great for older and dry skin. Plumps, reduces fine lines and brightens the complexion.

This has a dropper type applicator which makes getting the product out sometimes tricky.

MOISTURE RICH FOUNDATION

Medium coverage

Dewy moisturise finish with a think texture

This is good for dry/very dry skin or someone that likes the dewy look. It’s light to buildable and is great for mature skin too.

SKIN FOUNDATION POWDER

Light/buildable coverage

Natural matte finish

This is similar to the skin liquid but in a powder form. It’s not a flat matte finish and gives a bit of dimension to the skin. Can be used on its own or on top of another foundation for extra coverage. Nice if you like very natural coverage.

Next on to concealers

THE CREAMY CORRECTOR

Full coverage

Peach/bisque in colour to correct under eye dark circles

Moisturising finish

The corrector is the first step to hiding dark circles:

Peach tones correct Green, brown and grey under the eyes

Bisque tones correct Pink, purple and blue tones under the eyes

This a think in texture so you don’t need a lot. It’s moistening so you just set with powder otherwise it will definitely crease throughout the day.

Next step on top is;

THE CREAMY CONCEALER

Full coverage

Creamy moisturising texture

This should be on top of the corrector or used on its own. The fullest coverage use both. If dark circles are your problem this is the solution.

TINTED EYE BRIGHTENER

Light coverage

Slightly peach or pink to correct

Brightening

This is for someone who just wants a little coverage under the eyes and wants to brighten.

They slightly correct with their peachy tint but give more coverage than other company’s brighteners – like Ysl touché eclat.

INTESIVE SERUM CONCEALER

Medium/full

Treatment concealer

Natural finish

This is the newest offering from Bobbi Brown. It claims to treat the under eyes reducing puffiness and also dark circles over time.

This gives great coverage but does not crease like the creamy concealer and is not quite a think.

These come in the corrector and concealer shades so you can layer up. A great new offering for every skin type.